Month: November 2021

Macapuno Ube Roll

Ube Macapuno Roll with Cream Cheese Filling

What is Ube ? What is Macapuno ? Ube, or purple yam has got to be one of the most photogenic root vegetable ever. Outside, is a nondescript dark lump of tuber. But inside, the colour range from light lavender to most vivid royal purple due to the presence of […]

Brazo Cupcakes

Meringue Vanilla Custard Cupcakes (Brazo de Mercedes Cupcakes)

They say small things come in small packages… And they would be right if they are talking about these meringue cupcakes filled with Vanilla Custard. These little cuties are the mini version of the Brazo de Mercedes we all know and love. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, […]

Burnt Basque Bibingka Cheesecake

Burnt Basque Bibingka Cheesecake

As usual I’m late to the burnt Basque Bibingka Cheesecake party. I am not what you’d call a trendsetter. I must say, I first tried the basque cheesecake by accident in a small stall at the famous Borough Market in London. Borough Market sells specialty foods, fresh fruits ,vegetables , […]